Warning Messages Guide: 2020 GMC Canyon Display Features
The 2020 GMC Canyon’s display features are like beacons of wisdom when it comes to modern vehicle communication. Their wide range of warning signs clear the way through the maze of driving experiences. These messages, which are part of the complex dashboard interface, are very helpful for keeping the driver safe and the car in good health. They do this by giving timely alerts and directions while the roads are busy. Every message on the Canyon’s screen, from important safety alerts about impending dangers to gentle notes about when to schedule maintenance, shows how dedicated the car is to keeping its passengers informed and safe. In this in-depth guide, we’ll take you on a trip through the complicated world of warning messages in the 2020 GMC Canyon. We’ll explain what they mean, what they mean for you, and what you can do to respond to them so that you can drive safely in any situation.
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Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level)
The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. All messages appear in the DIC display in the center of the instrument cluster.
DIC Operation and Displays
The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the turn signal lever.
DIC Buttons
- SET/CLR: Press to set, or press and hold to clear, the menu item displayed.
: Use the band to scroll through the items in each menu.- MENU: Press to display the Trip/Fuel Menu, the Vehicle Information Menu, and the ECO Menu. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for additional DIC pages.
Trip/Fuel Menu (TRIP) Items
Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the TRIP menu displays. Use
to scroll through the menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle.
The following is a list of all possible menu items:
Digital Speed: Displays how fast the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). The speedometer cannot be reset.
Trip 1 or Trip 2, Average Fuel Economy: Displays the current distance traveled, in either kilometer (km) or miles (mi), from the last reset for the trip odometer. The trip odometer can be reset to zero by pressing and holding the SET/CLR button while the trip odometer display is showing. Also displays the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. This number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change as driving conditions change. Reset the average consumption by pressing SET/CLR when it is displayed.
Fuel Range: Displays the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle’s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. The fuel range cannot be reset.
Average Vehicle Speed: Displays the average vehicle speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). This average is based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset. Reset the average speed by pressing SET/CLR when it is displayed.
Timer: To start the timer, press SET/CLR while the Timer is displayed. The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset, not including the time the ignition is off. Time will continue to be counted as long as the ignition is on, even if another display is being shown on the DIC. The timer will record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds (99:59:59) after which the display will return to zero. To stop the timer, press SET/CLR briefly while the Timer is displayed. To reset the timer to zero, press and hold SET/CLR.
Blank Display: Displays no information.
Vehicle Information Menu (VEHICLE) Items
Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the VEHICLE menu is displayed. Use to scroll through the menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle.
The following is a list of all possible menu items:
Remaining Oil Life: Displays an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains. When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. The oil should be changed as soon as possible. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. Do not reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change.
Oil Pressure: Oil pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi).
Tire Pressure: Displays a vehicle with the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi).
Battery Voltage: Displays the current battery voltage, if equipped. Battery voltage changes are normal while driving. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, the DIC will display a message.
Engine Hours: Shows the total number of hours the engine has run.
Transmission Fluid Temperature: Shows the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid in either degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
Trailer Brake (If Equipped): TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer gain setting. This setting can be adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either a trailer connected or disconnected. OUTPUT shows the power output to the trailer anytime a trailer with electric brakes is connected. Output is displayed as a bar graph. Dashes may appear in the OUTPUT display if a trailer is not connected.
Units: Move w x to change between Metric or US when the Unit display is active. Press SET/CLR to confirm the setting. This will change the displays on the DIC to the type of measurements you select.
ECO Drive Assist Menu (ECO) Items
This menu is only available on some vehicles. Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the ECO menu is displayed. Use to scroll through the menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle.
The following is a list of all possible menu items:
Best Average Fuel Economy: The bottom displays the best average fuel economy (AFE) that is achieved for a selected distance. The top displays a running average of fuel economy for the most recently traveled selected distance. The center bar graph displays the instantaneous fuel economy. Quickly press the SET/CLR button to change the settings for the distance options. When viewing the best AFE, a several-second press and hold of SET/CLR will reset the best value. The best value will show “- – -“ until the selected distance has been traveled. The display provides feedback on how current driving behavior in the bar graph affects the running average in the top display and how well recent driving compares to the best that has been achieved.
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
The DIC displays are shown in the center of the instrument cluster in the Info app. The displays show the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are on the right steering wheel control.
: Press to move up or down in a list.
: Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster.
: Press to open a menu or select a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for additional DIC pages.
DIC Info Page Options
The info pages on the DIC can be turned on or off through the Options menu.
- Press to scroll to the Options application.
- Scroll to Info Page Options and press.
- Press to move through the list of possible information displays.
- Press while an item is highlighted to select or deselect that item. When an item is selected, a checkmark will appear next to it.
DIC Info Pages
The following is the list of all possible DIC info page displays. Some may not be available for your particular vehicle. Some items may not be turned on by default but can be turned on through the Settings app. See “DIC Info Page Options” earlier in this section.
Speed: Shows the vehicle speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). If equipped, press to open the menu and select to display speed limit signs. The sign will show “− −” when there is no detected speed limit or the system is unavailable.
Trip A or Trip B: Shows the current distance traveled, in either kilometer (km) or miles (mi), since the trip odometer was last reset. This also shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. This number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change as driving conditions change. Press and hold while this display is active to reset the trip odometer and the average fuel economy. Trip A and Trip B can also be reset by pressing and choosing reset.
Fuel Range: This shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling. LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle’s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank.
Oil Life: Shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains. When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. The oil should be changed as soon as possible. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended. The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not to reset the Oil Life display at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, press and hold for several seconds while the Oil Life display is active.
Tire Pressure: Shows the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure is low, the value for that tire is shown in amber.
Instantaneous Fuel Economy: Displays the current fuel economy in liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number reflects only the approximate fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change. This display cannot be reset.
Average Vehicle Speed: Displays the average vehicle speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). This average is based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset. Reset the average speed by pressing when it is displayed.
Fuel Economy: The center displays the approximate instantaneous fuel economy as a number and bar graph. Displayed above the bar graph is a running average of fuel economy for the most recently traveled selected distance. Displayed below the bar graph is the best average fuel economy that has been achieved for the selected distance. The selected distance is displayed at the top of the page as “last xxx mi/km.” Press to select the distance or reset the best value. Use to choose the distance and press. Press to select “Reset Best Score.” Press to reset the best average fuel economy. After reset, the best value displays “-,-” until the selected distance has been traveled. The display provides information on how current driving behavior affects the running average and how well recent driving compares to the best that has been achieved for the selected distance.
Engine Hours (Hourmeter): Shows the total number of hours the engine has run. This display also shows the engine idle hours.
Timer: This display can be used as a timer. To start the timer, press while this display is active. The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset. To stop the timer, press briefly while this display is active and the timer is running. To reset the timer to zero, press and hold while this display is active.
Speed Limit: Shows sign information, which comes from a roadway database in the onboard navigation if equipped.
Battery Voltage: Displays the current battery voltage, if equipped. Battery voltage changes are normal while driving. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, the DIC will display a message.
Oil Pressure: Oil pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi).
Engine Hours: Shows the total number of hours the engine has run.
Transmission Fluid Temperature: Shows the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid in either degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
Trailer Brake (If Equipped): TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer gain setting. This setting can be adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either a trailer connected or disconnected. OUTPUT shows the power output to the trailer anytime a trailer with electric brakes is connected. Output is displayed as a bar graph. Dashes may appear in the OUTPUT display if a trailer is not connected.
Blank Page: Shows no information.
Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another. The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing . The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed. All messages should be taken seriously; clearing the message does not correct the problem. If a SERVICE message appears, see your dealer. Follow the instructions given in the messages.
The system displays messages regarding the following topics:
- Service Messages
- Fluid Levels
- Vehicle Security
- Brakes
- Steering
- Ride Control Systems
- Driver Assistance Systems
- Cruise Control
- Lighting and Bulb Replacement
- Wiper/Washer Systems
- Doors and Windows
- Seat Belts
- Airbag Systems
- Engine and Transmission
- Tire Pressure
- Battery
Engine Power Messages
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when the vehicle’s propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in propulsion power can affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no observed reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on or displays repeatedly, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible. Under certain operating conditions, propulsion will be disabled. Try restarting after the ignition has been off for 30 seconds.
Vehicle Speed Messages
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H (MPH)
This message shows that the vehicle speed has been limited to the speed displayed. The limited speed is protection for various propulsion and vehicle systems, such as lubrication, brakes, thermal, suspension, Teen Driver if equipped, or tires. If equipped with a diesel engine, see the Duramax Diesel supplement.
FAQs
The primary warning messages displayed on the 2020 GMC Canyon’s display features include notifications for low fuel, tire pressure, engine issues, and maintenance reminders.
Drivers can distinguish between different warning messages on the display features of the 2020 GMC Canyon based on the iconography, color coding, and accompanying text provided.
Upon encountering a low fuel warning message on the 2020 GMC Canyon’s display, drivers should promptly refuel the vehicle to avoid running out of gas and potentially getting stranded.
When drivers receive an engine-related warning message on the display features of the 2020 GMC Canyon, they should immediately pull over to a safe location, turn off the engine.
It is not advisable for drivers to ignore maintenance reminder messages displayed on the 2020 GMC Canyon’s display features, as they indicate important service intervals that help maintain the vehicle’s performance and longevity.
Drivers can clear or reset warning messages on the display features of the 2020 GMC Canyon by following the prompts in the vehicle’s settings menu or by addressing the underlying issue causing the warning.
Yes, there are specific warning messages on the display features of the 2020 GMC Canyon related to safety systems such as the forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and traction control.
Drivers can differentiate between urgent and non-urgent warning messages on the display features of the 2020 GMC Canyon based on the severity of the issue indicated and the accompanying visual and auditory cues.
If drivers encounter a warning message while driving on the highway in the 2020 GMC Canyon, they should safely exit the highway at the nearest exit and address the issue as soon as possible.
Yes, drivers can customize the settings for warning messages on the display features of the 2020 GMC Canyon to adjust the frequency or priority of certain alerts based on their preferences.
Warning messages on the display features of the 2020 GMC Canyon contribute to overall driver safety by providing timely notifications of potential hazards or issues that may affect the vehicle’s performance or occupants’ safety.
One common misconception about warning messages on the display features of the 2020 GMC Canyon is that they can be ignored or dismissed without consequences, which may lead to avoidable vehicle damage or safety risks.
Warning messages on the display features of the 2020 GMC Canyon play a crucial role in preventive maintenance by alerting drivers to upcoming service intervals or potential issues before they escalate into more significant problems.
Drivers can ensure they stay informed about warning messages on the display features of the 2020 GMC Canyon by regularly checking the instrument cluster for alerts and familiarizing themselves with the meanings of common warning symbols.
Useful Links
View Full PDF: GMC Canyon 2020 User Manual | Auto User Guide
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